DESCRIPTION: The U.S. Coast Guard intends to PROCURE CONTRACTOR SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE US COAST GUARD BOAT OPERATIONS MANUAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ATTATCHED SOW. This notice is a solicitation for commercial SERVICE in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation Sub part 12.6, as supplemented w/ additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Therefore, please read this entire notice, the instructions herein, and the attachment documents carefully. This acquisition is on a(n) restricted basis exclusively for small business. HOW TO RESPOND: In order to compete for this project, interested parties must demonstrate that they are qualified to perform the work by providing a brief (20 pages or less) Technical and Cost Proposal by 4:00 PM, ET, AUGUST 10, 2008. Technical proposals must include: (1) Specific approach in meeting requirements outlined in the services and compatibility of system/process with existing agency configuration. (2) Past performance history (current or within the last 18 months) on projects similar in scope and nature, with specific references (including project identifier/contract number and description, period of performance, dollar amount, client name and current telephone number). References will be checked to validate the information provided and to determine reliability/dependability. (3) Key personnel (those who would have the primary responsibility for performing and/or managing the project) with relevant qualifications and specific experience. Cost Proposal: Provide Firm Fixed-Price. Offerors must submit an original and one copy of the proposal to Harvey Cameau, USCG Headquarters Support Command, Code A-3, Room B411, 2100 Second St. SW, Washington, DC 20593. Electronic transmissions to Harvey.Cameau@uscg.mil are acceptable, but must be timely. Proposal Evaluation Criteria: (1) Price and price-related factors. (2) Technical approach. (3) Past performance of your organization, including adherence to schedules and budgets, the acceptability of previous products delivered, effectiveness of program management, and the offeror's willingness to cooperate with the customer in both routine matters and when confronted by unexpected difficulties. This will be a Best-Value award determination. Price and Past Performance will be a factor, but technical factors are far more important. The following Federal Acquisition Regulations clauses are incorporated by reference: 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items (NOV 07) 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (Feb 2007). 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes of Executive Orders-Commercial Items (Sept 07). 52.222-3, Convict Labor (June 2003). 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity (march 2007). 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (Sept 2006). 52.222.36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities (June 1998). 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans for the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans (Sept 2006). 52.225-13, Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (FEB 2006). 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-Central Contractor Registration (Oct 2003). 52.222-41, Service Contract Act of 1965, as Amended (July 2005). 52.222-44, Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Act?XPrice Adjustment (Feb 2002). 52.232-18, Availability of Funds (Apr 1984). Offerors can retrieve these clauses on the INTERNET at www.arnet.gov. Questions about this requirement must be in writing and submitted by fax or e-mail. Telephone inquiries are strongly discouraged. All inquiries must include the solicitation number, your full name, organization name, address, phone and fax numbers, and must be received by 4:00 pm ET, AUGUST 10, 2008. It is the responsibility of the Offeror to ensure the proposal is received by the date and time shown above.